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Ministry of Railways
Konkan Railway Corporation Limited  celebrates Independence Day at Konkan Rail Vihar in Nerul, Navi Mumbai
On the occasion of Independence Day, Shri Sanjay Gupta, Chairman & Managing Director of Konkan Railway Corporation Limited , hoisted the National Flag at Konkan Rail Vihar in Nerul, Navi Mumbai followed by a parade conducted by the Railway Protection Force  of Konkan Railway.
Addressing the spirited gathering of Officers and Staff of Konkan Railway, Shri Sanjay Gupta applauded the remarkable achievements of the corporation through the tireless dedication and relentless efforts put forth by all employees. He emphasized the need to maintain this momentum and continue contributing to the growth and prosperity of the corporation.
"Meri Maati Mera Desh," with the resonating tagline "Mitti ko naman, veeron ka vandan," and "Jan bhagidari" was embraced by Konkan Railways to commemorate 75 years of India's independence. “Meri Maati Mera Desh” celebrates the many achievements of the nation within the Azaadi ka Amrit Mahotsav. As part of this movement, the Panch Pran Pledge was administered by Shri Sanjay Gupta / CMD KRCL.
To infuse a sense of national pride in the hearts of every individual and honor the journey of India's progress, the Indian Flag was distributed to all employees. The #HarGharTiranga initiative celebrated from 13th to 15th August encouraged employees to proudly hoist the national flag at their homes, fostering a deep-rooted connection with the country's heritage.
Similar functions were also organized in the Ratnagiri and Karwar regions of Konkan Railway.
Ministry of Power
NTPC celebrates International Yoga Day
NTPC's , a Maharatna CPSU under Ministry of Power celebrated International Yoga Day through today. NTPC’s strength lies in its motivated, disciplined and efficient staff, who are always ready to serve the nation in any situation. Keeping up with the world, NTPC Unchahar also took the help of video conference to celebrate Yoga Day, so that Yoga could land at home, with family.
On the occasion of International Yoga Day, yoga was practiced through video conference at NTPC Unchahar. Senior officers performed yoga session at Bal Bhawan and other employees through video conference. Before the start of yoga practice, Chief General Manager of NTPC Unchahar Shri Bhola Nath gave his address, 'Our motto should be Yoga for Peace, Harmony and Progress'. He appreciated the NTPC personnel for spreading the message of Yoga. India is engaged in spreading the message of modern yoga from cities to villages and to the homes of poor and tribal communities. He emphasized the importance of making yoga an integral part of life .
NTPC Unchahar employees nurtured the culture of Yoga with family at their respective homes.
It is worth mentioning that this program is celebrated in NTPC Unchahar with complete solidarity since the time the Yoga practice was started by the Government of India in 2014. The program has been organized in a very systematic manner, in which there has been participation of all sections.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Generic Medicines
The quality of drugs imported, manufactured and sold in the country is regulated under the provisions of Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 and Drugs & Cosmetics Rules, 1945 made there under. There is no definition of ‘generic drugs’ in the said Act & Rules. However, generic medicines are generally those which contain same amount of same active ingredient in same dosage form, and are intended to be administered by the same route of administration as that of branded medicine.
The medicines, whether branded, generic or branded-generic, imported or manufactured for sale/distribution in the country, are required to comply with the same standards as specified in the Second Schedule to the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940.
These medicines are available easily in the country, especially in Delhi. Further, “Public Health & Hospitals” being a State subject, the primary responsibility of ensuring the sufficient supply of free medicines is that of respective State Governments.
Under the National Health Mission, the Central Government supplements the efforts of State Governments to strengthen their healthcare system including for provision of free essential medicines in public health facilities, based on proposals of the State Governments.
Under the NHM, financial and technical support is provided to the States/UTs not only for provision of essential drugs , free of cost, in public health facilities but also for strengthening/setting up robust systems of procurement, quality assurance mechanism, warehousing, prescription audit, grievance redressal, dissemination of Standard Treatment Guidelines, and IT backed supply chain management systems like Drugs and Vaccines Distribution Management Systems .
The Minister of State , Shri Ashwini Kumar Choubey stated this in a written reply in the Rajya Sabha, here today.
Ministry of Finance
Examination for confirmation of enrollment of GST Practitioners to be conducted by NACIN
The National Academy of Customs, Indirect Taxes and Narcotics  has been authorized vide Notification No. 24/2018-Central Tax dated 28.5.2018, to conduct an examination for confirmation of enrollment of Goods and Services Tax Practitioners  in terms of the sub-rule  of Rule 83 of the Central Goods and Services Tax Rules, 2017.
The GSTPs enrolled on the GST Network under sub-rule  of Rule 83 and covered by clause  of sub-rule  of Rule 83, i.e. those Meeting the eligibility criteria of having enrolled as Sales Tax Practitioners or Tax Return Preparer under the existing law for a period not less than five years, are required to pass the said examination before 31.12.2019 in terms of Notification no. 03/2019-Central Tax dated 29.01.2019. Two such examinations for such GSTPs have already been conducted on 31.10.2018 and 17.12.2018.
In terms of Rule 83A of CGST Rules, 2017, the examination shall be conducted twice in a year by NACIN. The next two examinations in year 2019, for GSTPs falling under STPEL/TRPEL categories, shall be conducted on 14.06.2019 and 12.12.2019  at designated examination centers, all across India. Such candidates are hereby informed that the examination scheduled to be held on 12.12.2019 will be their last chance to appear and pass the said examination, failing which they shall not be given another opportunity/chance.
Prime Minister's Office
Telephone conversation between Prime Minister and the President of Russian Federation
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi spoke on phone with President of the Russian Federation H.E. Mr. Vladimir Putin on 2 July 2020.
Prime Minister warmly congratulated President Putin on the success of celebrations marking the 75th anniversary of the victory in the Second World War, and also for successful completion of the vote on constitutional amendments in Russia.
Prime Minister recalled the participation of an Indian contingent in the military parade held in Moscow on 24 June 2020, as a symbol of abiding friendship between the peoples of India and Russia.
The leaders took note of the effective measures undertaken by the two countries to address the negative consequences of the Covid-19 global pandemic and agreed on the importance of closer India-Russia ties for jointly addressing the challenges of the post-COVID world.
They agreed to maintain the momentum of bilateral contacts and consultations, leading to the annual bilateral Summit to be held in India later this year. Prime Minister conveyed his keenness to welcome President Putin in India for the bilateral Summit.
President Putin thanked the Prime Minister for the phone call and reiterated his commitment to further strengthen the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership between the two countries in all spheres.
Ministry of Defence
IIT Bombay inspires Southern Naval Command to build low cost UV Disinfection Unit
Inspired by a concept paper published by IIT Bombay in the Financial Express of 31 March 20, Southern Naval Command , has designed and fabricated an Ultra Violet Disinfection Unit, at Kochi, as part of its efforts to contain the spread of COVID - 19
The unit built at a cost of Rs 5000/-, comprises a metallic container, two UV lamps one each on opposite side, with aluminium foil pasted on its internal surfaces to facilitate UV radiation to reach every corner of the chamber. The efficacy of the equipment has been validated by a team of medical experts from SNC.
The portable unit, produced by Naval Ship Repair Yard , Kochi is considered ideal for disinfecting small objects like currency notes, all kinds of cards, wallets, diary, pens, mobile phones, keys, uniform accessories  and surgical instruments. It is best suited for disinfecting items on which sanitizing gels and liquids cannot be applied.
The fabrication of the disinfectant unit is relevant due to the surface transmission aspects of the spread of COVID-19 in the society.
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Ministry of Finance
Exchange Rate Notification No.39/2020 - Customs 
In exercise of the powers conferred by section 14 of the Customs Act, 1962 , and in supersession of the Notification No.37/2020-Customs, dated 1st April, 2020 except as respects things done or omitted to be done before such supersession, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes andCustoms hereby determines that the rate of exchange of conversion of each of the foreign currencies specified in column  of each of Schedule I and Schedule II annexed hereto, into Indian currency or vice versa, shall, with effect from 17th April, 2020, be the rate mentioned against it in the corresponding entry in column  thereof, for the purpose of the said section, relating to imported and export goods.
SCHEDULE-I
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Australian Dollar
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49.30
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47.10
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Bahraini Dinar
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206.20
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200.90
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Canadian Dollar
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55.30
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53.45
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Chinese Yuan
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11.00
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10.70
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Danish Kroner
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11.40
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11.00
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EURO
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85.00
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81.95
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Hong Kong Dollar
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10.10
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9.75
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Kuwaiti Dinar
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254.65
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238.80
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New Zealand Dollar
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46.95
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44.75
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Norwegian Kroner
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7.40
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7.15
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Pound Sterling
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97.40
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94.05
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21.75
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20.45
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Saudi Arabian Riyal
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21.10
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Singapore Dollar
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54.60
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South African Rand
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4.25
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7.75
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Swiss Franc
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80.85
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77.80
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Turkish Lira
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11.45
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10.75
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21.60
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20.25
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US Dollar
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77.65
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75.95
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6.05
Prime Minister's Office
PM condoles the demise of Padma Shri awardee, Dr. Sushovan Bandyopadhyay
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief over the demise of Padma Shri awardee Dr. Sushovan Bandyopadhyay.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said;
"Dr. Sushovan Bandyopadhyay epitomised the best of human spirit. He will be remembered as a kind and large hearted person who cured many people. I recall my interaction with him at the Padma Awards ceremony. Pained by his demise. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti."
Ministry of Finance
99% MSMEs to gain by Tax Incentives provided in General Budget 2018-19
Government to Forego Rs 7,000 Crores due to this incentive
The Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs, Shri Arun Jaitley has proposed a reduced rate of 25% to companies that have reported turnover up to Rs 250 crores in financial year 2016-17. This will benefit the entire class of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises which accounts for almost 99% of companies filing their tax returns. Accepting Rs 7,000 crores as the estimated revenue forgone due to this measure during the financial year 2018-19, the Finance Minister, while presenting the General Budget 2018-19 in Parliament here today, said, “This is towards fulfilment of my promise to reduce corporate tax rate in a phased manner.” He further added, “The lower corporate income tax rate for 99% of the companies will leave them with higher investible surplus which in turn will create more jobs.”
The Finance Minister recalled that in the Union Budget 2017, he had announced the reduction of corporate tax rate to 25% for companies whose turnover was less than Rs.50 crores in financial year 2015-16. This had benefitted 96% of the total companies filing tax returns. The Finance Minister also said that after this measure, out of about 7 lakh companies filing returns, about 7,000 companies which file returns of income and whose turnover is above Rs.250 crores will remain in 30% slab.
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Ministry of Finance
Subscribers in Atal Pension Yojana
As per Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority  the number of subscribers in Atal Pension Yojana  has increased during the last three years from 4,883,829 subscribers in FY 2016-17 to 15,418,285 subscribers in FY 2018-19. This was stated by Shri Anurag Singh Thakur, Union Minister of State for Finance & Corporate Affairs, in a written reply to a question in Rajya Sabha today.
Shri Thakur said that as informed by PFRDA, the State-wise details of subscribers under APY are available and the number of subscribers enrolled under APY in the State of Rajasthan as on 27th January, 2020, is 9, 47,104.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Broad Guidelines for Private Investments in setting up of Hospitals in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities subsequent to PMJAY
Government of India has launched Pradhan Mantri Jan ArogyaYojana  with effect from 23rd September 2018, a Centrally Sponsored Scheme, for providing hospitalisation cover of up to Rs.5 lac per family per year to over 10 crore poor and the deprived families  in the empanelled hospitals throughout the country. 33 States/UTs have signed MOU for implementing PMJAY out of which 29 have already launched the scheme.
The objective of the broad guidelines is to improve the supply of healthcare services in the underserved areas to ensure maximum utilisation of the benefits under PMJAY and to improve the demand for quality healthcare services at affordable prices to general public.
- Hospital Models under the guidelines:
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- Model I : Doctor Owner 
- Model II : Doctor Manager Partnership-Multispecialty .
- Model III : Multispecialty 
- Interventions to incentivize private sector:
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- Land allotment
- Facilitate various clearances with specific timelines
- VGF for improving the financial viability and bankability of the project.
- Roles and Responsibilities of various stake holders
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- Private Sector: Build, design, finance, manage operate and maintain with quality standards. Take market risk and provide services at PMJAY rates.
- Government: Earmark and provide sufficient unencumbered land on lease or through bidding, facilitate various permissions and clearances through special window with timelines, compulsory empanelment of the hospitals for PMJAY and other Government scheme, ensure timely payments for services, VGF up to 40% of the total cost of the project , provide gap funding up to 50% of tax on Capital cost, restoration of status of hospital as industry for getting benefit of VGF, etc.
Prime Minister's Office
PM inaugurates Pashupatinath Dharmashala in Kathmandu
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today jointly inaugurated the Pashupatinath Dharmashala in Kathmandu, with the Prime Minister of Nepal, Shri K.P. Oli.
Speaking on the occasion, the Prime Minister said that he feels the love and affection of the people of Kathmandu, each time he comes here. He said this sense of belongingness is evident for India, in Nepal. He recalled his earlier visits to Pashupatinath, and other temples in Nepal.
He said the spiritual ties between India and Nepal have transcended both time and distance. In that context, he added, he feels delighted to be inaugurating this Dharmashala.
The Prime Minister said that the temples of Pashupatinath, Muktinath and Jankidham showcase Nepal's unity in diversity, besides strengthening its bonds with India. He spoke of the rich traditions of Hinduism and Buddhism, that resonate in the city of Kathmandu. He also mentioned how Buddhism is an important link between India and Nepal. He said both countries are proud of their glorious heritage.
The Prime Minister stressed on the need for development, especially the need for progress of the weaker and marginalized sections of society. He said India is scaling new heights in economic development, and added that the vision of "Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas" also includes the people of Nepal. He said India is happy to see political stability in Nepal. He said Nepal can always count on India's goodwill and cooperation.
Ministry of Defence
CURTAIN RAISER: LAUNCH OF YD 12707 & YD 12652 
On 17 May 2022, the nation will witness a landmark event in the history of indigenous warship building when two frontline warships of Indian Navy, Surat, a Project 15B Destroyer and Udaygiri, a Project 17A Frigate will be launched concurrently at Mazgaon Docks Limited, Mumbai. Shri Rajnath Singh, Hon’ble Raksha Mantri will be the Chief Guest for both the events.
The Project 15B class of ships are the next generation stealth guided missile destroyers of the Indian Navy being built at the Mazgaon Docks Ltd, Mumbai. ‘Surat’ is the fourth ship of Project 15B Destroyers which heralds a significant makeover of the P15A  Destroyers and is named after the commercial capital of the state of Gujarat and also the second largest commercial hub of western India after Mumbai. Surat city has a rich maritime & ship building history and vessels built at the city in the 16th and 18th centuries were known for their longevity . The ship Surat has been built using the Block construction methodology which involved hull construction at two different geographical locations and has been joined together at MDL, Mumbai. The first ship of this class was commissioned in 2021. The second and third ships have been launched and are at different stages of outfitting/ trials.
‘Udaygiri’, named after a mountain range in the state of Andhra Pradesh, is the third ship of Project 17A Frigates. These are follow on of the P17 Frigates  with improved stealth features, advanced weapons and sensors and platform management systems. ‘Udaygiri’ is the reincarnation of erstwhile ‘Udaygiri’, the Leander Class ASW Frigate, which saw numerous challenging operations in its illustrious service to the country spanning over three decades from 18 Feb 1976 to 24 Aug 2007. Under the P17A program, a total of seven ships, with 04 at MDL and 03 at GRSE are under construction. Various novel concepts and technologies like Integrated Construction, Mega Block Outsourcing, Project Data Management/ Project Lifecycle Management  etc have been adopted for the first time in indigenous Warship Design and Construction in this project. It may be recalled that the first two ships of P17A Project, were launched in 2019 and 2020 at MDL and GRSE respectively.
Both 15B and P17A ships have been designed in-house by the Directorate of Naval Design , which has been the fountainhead for all warship design activities of the Nation and during the building phase at the Shipyard, around 75% of the orders for equipment and systems have been placed on indigenous firms including MSMEs which is a true testament of ‘Atmanirbharta’ in the country.
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UPSC
Civil Services  Examination, 2016 Reserve List
The results of the Civil Services  Examination, 2016 were declared vide Press Note dated 31.05.2017 recommending 1099 candidates in order of merit for appointment to IAS, IFS, IPS and Central Services Group ‘A’ and Group ‘B’ against 1209 vacancies.
The Commission, in accordance with the Rule 16  &  of the Civil Services Examination Rules, was also maintaining a Consolidated Reserve List in order of merit below the last recommended candidate under the respective categories.
As sought by the Department of Personnel & Training, the Commission has now recommended 109 candidates which include 87 General, 19 OBC, 01 SC and 02 ST, to fill up the remaining posts based on the Civil Services Examination, 2016. Particulars of these candidates are included herewith. The candidates so recommended will be intimated directly by the DOP&T.
The candidature of the candidate bearing Roll 0335242 is Provisional.
The Result of one candidate has been withheld.
The list of these 109 candidates is also available on the UPSC website i.e. http//www.upsc.gov.in.
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Special Service and Features
BUREAU OF INDIAN STANDARDS ORGANIZED AN INTERACTION PROGRAMME ON DRAFT INDIAN STANDARDS ON “CODE OF PRACTICE FOR REPAIR OF DISTRIBUTION TRANSFORMERS” IN CHENNAI TODAY
Bureau of Indian Standards, the National Standards Body of India is a statutory body functioning under the aegis of Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Government of India. It operates various schemes like Conformity Assessment - Product Certification , Management Systems Certification, Hall Marking of Gold and Silver Jewellery/Artefacts and Laboratory Services for the benefit of the industry and in turn aiming at consumer protection.
BIS, Chennai, had been organising training programmes for government officials to sensitise them to standards related to their sectors. BIS also conducts Training Programmes for Schools/College Students, who are members of Standards Clubs.
Now, BIS has started organizing new series of discussion-programmes titled “Manak Manthan” for the benefit of industry which is scheduled on every month, and is envisaged to launch new standards and share important revisions / amendments and wide circulation drafts to local manufacturers, Industrial and Trade Bodies, Chambers of Commerce, Industry Associations, PSU’s or organizations who use such products, Government departments, Regulatory bodies, Laboratories, Civil society groups and Academia.
In this regard, Bureau Of Indian Standards, Chennai Branch Office –I organized the Manak Manthan programme on “Draft Indian Standards on “Code of Practice for repair of Distribution Transformers ” in Chennai Today . Distribution Transformers used invariably used by all the Electrical utilities like Electricity Boards, Industries, Railways, Residential Apartments, Education Institutions etc. are in continuous operation required periodic repair and maintenance for which no code of practice available at present to take care Safety of the installations as well as the infrastructures . The draft standard will also benefit in obtaining higher energy Efficiency .
40 members participated the program were represented by Technical persons from the repair of Distribution Transformers , Electrical Testing Laboratory persons, Southern Railways , Engineering colleges, State and Central dept members of industry associations, HCC , CCC  and CII Confederation of Indian Industry), TANSIA were invited to attended the programme. The specifications of Standard starting from raw material requirements to testing after repair were discussed. The comments received were noted for further improvement in the draft standard.
Smt S Laksmi, Supt. Engineer TANGEDO gave her inaugural speech. Smt G Bhavani Scientist E & Head  spoke on programme objectives, Shri Jose Charles, Scientist-D made the technical discussion on Draft Indian Standards on “Code of Practice for repair of Distribution Transformers “ Ms.Jyostna Priya, Scientist- B demonstrated on BIS activities and e BIS .
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